Create And Track Police Department History
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In 2015, Police Chief A.C. Roper reprimanded Officer Jones for lack of courtesy, poor manner, unkind remarks, harassment, and use of coarse language. The reprimand was related to statements made by Jones regarding same-sex marriage, which were deemed inappropriate and unprofessional. ## Officer Forum Links: – [A.C. Roper](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/a-c-roper/)
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In 2015, Assistant Principal Anthony Moss was involved in an incident where he tripped a student attempting to leave Carver High School and stepped on her back to restrain her. The student was later pepper-sprayed by a school police officer. This led to a federal lawsuit filed by the Southern Poverty Law Center against the […]
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In 2015, Sergeant Timothy McCord was involved in a confrontation with Officer Quigley-Vining. McCord advised Officer Jones to report the confrontation to his supervisor. The incident led to internal complaints and disciplinary actions within the department, highlighting issues of internal conflict and management. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Timothy McCord](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/timothy-mccord/)
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In 2025, Officer Dana Elmore was involved in an incident where he used a Taser on Micah Washington, who was handcuffed at the time. The encounter, captured on video, showed Officer Elmore deploying the Taser after Washington informed him of possessing a firearm. This led to a $20 million federal civil rights lawsuit alleging excessive […]
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In 2019, Officer Aric Mitchell fatally shot Jamarcus Moore following a high-speed chase. Moore, who had a warrant for his arrest, attempted to flee when Officer Mitchell used excessive force by shooting him and injuring passenger Samantha Hardin. The incident led to a $750,000 settlement approved by the Birmingham City Council in 2025, offering closure […]
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In 2011, Officer Darron Hunter was named in an EEOC charge alleging sexual harassment and retaliation by a fellow officer. The complainant alleged that after filing the charge, she faced suspension and a pay decrease. The case, Corder v. Bessemer Police Department, was filed in 2014 and dismissed in 2015. ## Officer Forum Links: – […]
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In 2020, Officer Charles McKenna was involved in an incident where he and another officer forcibly removed a driver from his vehicle during a traffic stop. The driver alleged excessive force, including the use of OC spray. The case, Robinson v. City of Bessemer et al, was filed in 2021 and was ongoing as of […]
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In September 2024, Officer William ‘BJ’ Squires was investigated for allegations of sexual misconduct involving underage girls. A search warrant was executed at his home, leading to his suspension and subsequent termination in October 2024 for violating departmental policies. In November 2024, a Mobile County grand jury indicted Squires on charges including first-degree rape by […]
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On August 20, 2022, Officer Brandon Thompson conducted a traffic stop on Otis French Jr. for a minor equipment violation. During the encounter, Thompson attempted to pat down French, leading to a physical altercation. French fled, and Thompson pursued him, resulting in Thompson shooting French multiple times, leading to his death. A federal civil rights […]
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After an extensive search, no specific records of misconduct, disciplinary actions, or lawsuits involving individual officers of the Bakerhill Police Department in Alabama were found within the past 10 years. This may be due to the department’s small size or limited public reporting. It’s also possible that any such records are not readily accessible through […]
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In September 2019, Officer Christopher Michels was accused of using excessive force during a traffic stop involving Phetsadakone. Michels allegedly pulled Phetsadakone from his vehicle, resulting in a fractured orbital bone and unconsciousness. A lawsuit was filed against Michels and the City of Auburn, alleging violations of Phetsadakone’s Fourth Amendment rights. Michels had a history […]
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In May 2019, Officer Jeffery Nelson shot and killed Jesse Sarey, a 26-year-old man. Nelson was charged with second-degree murder and first-degree assault. The incident led to significant public outcry and legal proceedings against Nelson. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Jeffery Nelson](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/jeffery-nelson/)
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In 1992, Lieutenant J. Gary Black faced multiple sexual harassment complaints for using derogatory terms and telling off-color jokes. An internal investigation led to his suspension without pay for thirty days, demotion to Patrol Officer, and mandatory counseling. Black appealed the disciplinary actions, but they were upheld. ## Officer Forum Links: – [J. Gary Black](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/j-gary-black/)